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Jackson to hold 2nd annual LGBT+ pride event this October

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson's 2nd Annual Pride Event will be held Saturday, October 2 at Conger Park. "This event aims to bring the LGBT+ population together, including communities within this community," said event chair Darren Lykes. The family-friendly event will…

Waverly, TN flood damage drone video

(CBS Newspath) -- This is the destruction left behind in Waverly, TN on Sunday (8/22), one day after record-breaking rain caused devastating flooding in the area. At least 22 people were killed, according to…

University of Tennessee extends mask mandate

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The University of Tennessee has announced that it will extend its mask mandate to all indoor public spaces due to the ongoing spike in coronavirus cases and increasing hospitalizations. UT had been under a temporary mask…

A community recovers after a devastating flood

HUMPHREYS CO.,Tenn. --- A community recovers from a record breaking flood. Middle Tennessee experienced record breaking floods on Saturday. Around twenty bodies have been declared deceased, while nearly 40 people are still missing. …

DSCC announces reinstatement of COVID-19 safety protocols

DYERSBURG, Tenn.--Dyersburg State Community College announces face mask requirements will be reinstated beginning Monday, August 23 due to an increase in COVID-19 cases in and around its surrounding communities. In addition, the college will require daily health screenings before entering…

Heavy rain causes floods in Middle Tennessee

HUMPHREYS COUNTY, Tenn.--- Heavy rain caused flooding and destruction in multiple counties of Middle Tennessee. "It was almost like a jab. We just got really overwhelmed fast and quick," said Sheriff Chris…

Local cafe hosts arts and crafts market

The Community Cafe held an arts and crafts market today for local artists. The market varied in artistry, from rosin designs, to watercolor on canvas, and different types of jewelry. The artists attending the…

Helping Hands TN event comes to an end

JACKSON, Tenn. --- Helping Hands Tennessee event comes to an end after a two day long clinic. Helpings Hands Tennessee held a Mission of Mercy event over the past two days. The event…

Oxygen therapy helps patients post-COVID-19

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local doctor is using a special machine to help people that have had COVID-19. "Hyperbaric oxygen therapy manipulates two variables, oxygen and pressure," said Dr. Roy Schmidt, with New Life Medical Group. "I guess the third…

LIFELINE Blood Services shows off new wrapped donor bus

JACKSON, Tenn. -- LIFELINE Blood Services unveiled new wrap for one of their donation buses. The wrap is a collaboration between Jackson artist Kris Stewart and B3 Creative Agency. Stewart says the vision came from wanting to embody West…

Armyworms invade West Tennessee lawns

JACKSON, Tenn. -- You might've noticed you grass turning brown or patchy. There might be a reason for that. Have you noticed worms or caterpillar-like insects invading your lawn? If so, you're…

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